The case for water
It is fundamental to global stability, health, and economic prosperity. Yet, 703 million people worldwide lack access to clean water.
We are calling on the Government of Canada to demonstrate bold leadership on global water security by launching a five-year workplan for the G7 Water Coalition. Read our joint letter to Canada's Prime Minister Mark Carney ahead of the G7 and signed by 20+ leading organisations across climate, health, education, and development.
With Canada taking centre stage as we host the G7, there is a pivotal opportunity to reaffirm our commitment to global water security. Clean water means life. Health starts with clean water. Freedom from poverty starts with clean water. A brighter future starts with clean water. It means the most vulnerable people can weather the impacts of climate change and thrive.
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1 in 10 people still don’t have clean water close to home, but the solutions can be simple.
And when water flows, everything changes.
Canada’s opportunity to lead
Water security is not only an environmental issue; it is a matter of public health, economic resilience, and climate adaptation. Without access to clean water, communities struggle with preventable diseases, agricultural systems weaken, and businesses face operational risks.
Global partnerships, strategic investments, and strong policy commitments can ensure that water security remains at the forefront of Canada’s development agenda. As the world prepares for the G7 and COP30, there is an opportunity for Canadian leadership to strengthen commitments to international water initiatives, mobilize funding for sustainable systems and infrastructure, and support policies that prioritize equitable access to water and sanitation. Clean water is an essential foundation for global prosperity, and Canada has both the expertise and the resources to be a driving force in this effort.
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The consequences of inaction are significant — water scarcity fuels economic instability, exacerbates health crises, and accelerates the impact of the climate crisis.
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